Serving 450 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Yerington Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nevada for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the Nevada state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Nevada state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nevada state average of 71% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NV
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Yerington Elementary School's student population of 450 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Yerington Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 692 schools in Nevada (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yerington Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#427 out of 692 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
43%
44%
Black
1%
12%
White
45%
29%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
70%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yerington Elementary School's ranking?
Yerington Elementary School is ranked #427 out of 692 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nevada.
What schools are Yerington Elementary School often compared to?
Yerington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smith Valley Schools by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% NV state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% NV state average).
How many students attend Yerington Elementary School?
450 students attend Yerington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Yerington Elementary School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Yerington Elementary School offer ?
Yerington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Yerington Elementary School part of?
Yerington Elementary School is part of Lyon County School District.
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